Physical Therapist (PT)

Hcshiring; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

20+ days PTO

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

AFLAC options

Life insurance

Daily Pay option

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Step Up Sarasota is hiring a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide skilled therapy within SNFs in Sarasota, FL. This full-time role operates in dedicated therapy gyms, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function and quality of life for residents.

The position requires a Florida PT license (or eligibility), with SNF/post-acute experience preferred. Attractive benefits and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time PTs are included.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program.
• Active Florida PT license (or license-eligible) required.
• SNF or post-acute experience preferred.
• Net Health knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled PT-related therapy services to residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function, and quality of life.
• Work in dedicated therapy gyms within SNFs and support residents' independence.
• Participate in care planning with other clinicians to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Licensed PT Florida

Education

Graduate of an accredited PT program

Active Florida PT license (or license-eligible)

Tools

Net Health knowledge

Job description

Our team approach to care management is focused on allowing our patients to improve function and achieve their highest quality of life.

Physical Therapist (PT)

Step Up Sarasota

Sarasota, FL

Employment Status: Full-Time Pay Rate: Hourly

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for Full Time Physical Therapists at Palmer Ranch!

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The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods

Address: 3280 Lake Pointe Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34231

Palmer Ranch Health and Rehabilitation Center

Hawthorne Health and Rehabilitation Center – Sarasota

Address: 5381 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235

Step Up Rehab is the in-house therapy provider at The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods, Palmer Ranch Health and Rehabilitation Center and Hawthorne Health and Rehabilitation Center – Sarasota.

Work inside the dedicated therapy gyms within these skilled nursing facilities, helping residents regain function and independence through skilled, compassionate care.

Physical Therapist (PT) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

This position is exclusively for professionals licensed in the state of Florida as a PT. All services are provided in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

Why Step Up Rehab?

We support clinicians with realistic caseloads, flexible scheduling, updated, modern rehab gyms, and leadership that values quality care and clinician well-being.

What We Offer Full-Time Employees

• 401(k) with company match
• 20+ days PTO
• Modern facilities with state-of-the-art gyms and advanced rehab equipment
• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus dental and vision with Delta
• AFLAC options
• Life insurance
• Support with childcare placement
• Daily Pay option
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Comfortable caseloads
• Supportive leadership and a positive culture
• At Step Up Rehab, we see you as a person first — your passion, your strengths, and your heart for helping others. If that sounds like you, we’d be proud to have you join us!

Position Summary

Provide skilled PT-related therapy services to residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program
• Active Florida PT license (or license-eligible) required
• SNF or post-acute experience preferred
• Net Health knowledge preferred

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